Instant Pot French Onion Soup with Chicken

Instant pot french onion soup with chicken is a quick and flavorful meal, that will leave your taste buds begging for more. Made with tender chicken, caramelized onions, and a savory broth, this recipe is a must-try! Our instant pot French onion soup with chicken is perfect for a delicious and hassle-free dinner option. This twist on a classic recipe brings together the rich flavors of caramelized onions and juicy chicken in just a faction of the time. With just some simple ingredients, you can have a warm and satisfying bowl of soup in no time.

Author: It is a Keeper

Meal Type: Eggs Free

Cuisine: Other

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Servings: 4 Servings

Calories: 561 kcal per serving

Ingredients

2 tablespoons - Butter, unsalted
1 tbsp - Olive oil, extra virgin
1 lb - Yellow onions
1 tsp - Garlic powder
½ tsp - Italian seasoning
1 tsp - Sea salt
1 tsp - Black pepper
3 tablespoons - Balsamic vinegar
½ cup - Dry red wine
2 teaspoons - Worcestershire sauce
1 ¼ cups - Beef broth
2 - bay leaves
4 sprig - Fresh thyme
1 ¼ pounds - Chicken breast, boneless, skinless
8 slices - Provolone cheese

Instructions

Choose the Sauté option and set it to medium. Incorporate the butter and olive oil and mix until the butter is completely melted and spread evenly on the base.
Combine onions, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Add salt and black pepper to taste and mix well. Stir occasionally while sautéing until onions are soft and slightly browned, which should take about 10-15 minutes.
After adding balsamic vinegar and red wine, use a spatula to deglaze the pot's bottom and release any browned bits. Reduce the liquid by half, then add Worcestershire sauce (if desired) and beef broth. Finally, turn off the unit by pressing the Cancel button.
Before placing the chicken breasts in the Instant Pot, generously sprinkle salt and black pepper on both sides. Then, add bay leaves and fresh thyme sprigs on top.
Ensure that the pressure release valve is set to Sealing, then securely attach the lid and lock. Choose the highest setting and press the Manual button, adjusting the cook time to 6 minutes.
After the cook time is up, wait for 5 minutes to let the pressure release naturally. Then, do a quick release to get rid of any remaining pressure. When the pin drops and steam stops coming out, take off the lid carefully and throw away the bay leaves and thyme stems.
After placing the mild Provolone slices over the chicken breasts, cover the dish and let it sit for 2 to 3 minutes until the cheese is completely melted.

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